Freeland dealing with finger issue

Trail Blazers forward Joel Freeland tore a ligament in his right index finger Tuesday against the Bucks, a re-aggravation of an injury from earlier in the season. “It feels just like when I first injured it,” Freeland told CSNNW.com. “It affects the way I shoot and I just took off the wrap I’ve been wearing ...

Ilyasova sits vs. Trail Blazers

Milwaukee forward Ersan Ilyasova was ruled out for Tuesday’s contest against the Magic due to a hip and back injury, reports the team’s official website. Illyasova is dealing with a sore back and hip that he aggravated while diving for a loose ball during the final moments of Milwaukee’s win over the Magic on Sunday. ...

Mbah a Moute could be out a while

Bucks forward Luc Richard a Mbah a Moute was ruled out for Tuesday’s contest against the Trail Blazers due to a sprained toe, reports the Journal Constitution. Mbah a Moute, who has been sidelined since March 10 with his injury, could be held out of the team’s upcoming road trip that starts Wednesday night at ...

Aldridge plays through migraines

Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge was able to play Thursday against the Knicks, despite being held out of practice Wednesday and shootaround prior to the game because of migraines. Aldridge did not appear to have many issues in the game, as he put up his 30th double-double of the season in 44 minutes. Aldridge scored ...

Batum shakes off wrist brace

Trail Blazers small forward Nicolas Batum turned in a solid performance Thursday night against the Knicks. Batum, who did not play with a brace or even tape on his wrist for the first time since Jan. 19, went 6 of 10 shooting from the field, including 4 of 7 from downtown, and 0 of 1 ...

Aldridge to play through migraines

Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge entered Thursday’s game against the Knicks questionable due to an issue with migraine headaches, but he confirmed prior to gametime that he would be able to play. Aldridge missed practice Wednesday and was not available at shootaround as a result of the issue.

Z-Bo returns with double-double

Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph returned to the lineup Tuesday night against the Trail Blazers, after missing his last four games with a left ankle sprain. Randolph turned in a quality performance as he went 8 of 13 shooting from the field and 3 of 3 from the charity stripe. He finished with 18 points and ...

Arthur sits fourth straight game

Grizzlies power forward Darrell Arthur, who missed practice Monday, was held out of Tuesday’s contest against the Trail Blazers as he continues to deal with neck and back injuries. Arthur has been held out of the last four games and does not appear to have a timetable for his return.

Lillard shakes off sore shoulder

Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard overcame a minor shoulder issue as he nearly doubled up in Sunday’s contest against the Hornets. Lillard sat out for a few plays and returned to the game as he finished with 20 points and eight assists on 9 of 16 shooting in a 98-96 defeat. He also chipped in ...